Facilities Project Engineer (12 month FTC)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026.
As a Facilities Project Engineer, you will deliver key infrastructure and facility changes and upgrades that support stakeholders across McLaren Racing.
You will take projects from the initial brief through design, cost planning and programming to physical completion and handover. Working across all RIBA Stages of Work, you will ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, to the required quality standards and in line with relevant requirements, specifications and regulations.
Contract & Location
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract starting in January 2027 based at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, with a requirement to work a minimum of four days per week in the office.
What You'll Do
- Deliver infrastructure and facilities projects, improvements and upgrades across McLaren Racing.
- Take projects from initial stakeholder brief through design, cost planning, programming, construction, completion and handover.
- Develop outline designs, drawings, scopes of work, cost estimates, project plans, specifications and contracts.
- Manage project schedules, budgets, resources and risks, ensuring delivery on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
- Coordinate engineers, industry professionals, specialist technicians and external contractors.
- Ensure projects comply with CDM Regulations, Building Regulations, safety regulations and environmental requirements.
- Produce the designs and documentation required to support Principal Designer and Principal Contractor duties.
- Maintain As Built records and O&M information, monitor progress and provide clear project updates to stakeholders and senior management.
- Lead design project meetings and provide technical support throughout project delivery.
Company Description
High performance isn't a given. It’s built on standards.
Standards that have driven McLaren for over 60 years.
And if you’re ready for the challenge, that standard is yours to own.
Burning enthusiasm. Constant improvement. The thrill in the pursuit of better.
That’s how we build a legacy. And how you build a career here.
Because racing isn’t just something we do. It’s who we are.
We are racers.
Are you?
Qualifications
What You'll Bring
- HNC/HND in Building Services or a similar construction or engineering discipline.
- Minimum five years’ experience in construction project management.
- Good working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
- Experience managing multiple small works and capital projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of construction materials, methods, regulations, budgeting and financial management.
- Ability to produce, read and interpret building plans and schematics.
- Experience managing and supervising construction teams.
- Proficiency with project management tools and the Microsoft Office suite.
- Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- A proactive, self-motivated and adaptable approach, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- A Building Services engineering background would be advantageous.
Additional Information
Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.
Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.
Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.